Container Offices Designs, Prices and Carrying Capacity

Forget the plain, boring, traditional offices.

Container offices are the new wave of workspace excitement, offering a unique combination of functionality, affordability, and a modern, refreshing vibe.

With the container refurbishment technology, robust steel units are transformed into stylish and functional work stations by companies such as Premium Containers Kenya.

Even so, with various sizes and designs available, choosing the right one can feel like looking for an oasis in a desert.

This guide delves into the world of single-unit 20Ft and 40 container offices, multi-unit container offices and whole and partitioned layouts, and also covers the accompanying prices as well as accommodation capabilities.

Basically, in the Kenyan market, a 20Ft Container Office will cost anywhere between Ksh. 500,000 and 600,000 with a 40ft Container Office ranging from Ksh.900,000 to KSh. 1,000,000.

With this piece, we help you discover how these steel spaces can be modified into inspiring, efficient, long-lasting places of work.

The 20ft Office: A Singular, Compact Powerhouse

Need a private space for focused work, a mini-think tank for brainstorming sessions, or a client meeting area that inspires confidence? Get the 20ft container office.

This compact unit, measuring roughly 6 meters long by 2.4 meters wide (20Ft by 8ft), offers a restful, relaxing space for optimization and, well you guessed it, meditation.

There are two versions of this unit;

• Whole 20Ft Layout: This setup offers a self-contained workspace for up to 10 users.

It’s ideal for freelancers, remote workers, board members, conferences or essential office functions such as a printing station or a quiet reading area.

You could incorporate crisp, painted walls adorned with inspiring artwork, a sleek desk with natural light filtering in from strategically placed windows, and ample storage solutions from shelved walls.

Through meticulous designing, this personal workstation fosters productivity while maintaining a sense of connection to the larger workspace.

• Partitioned 20Ft Layout: Alternatively, the 20Ft Office can be split into two. Each could be a dedicated phone booth for confidential calls, individual office spaces for your senior managers or to separate a conference area from a work zone

Type of Container Office	Number of Partitions Possible	Price (Kshs.)
20Ft Container Office	2	500,000 – 600,000
Two 20Ft Offices arranged side-by-side (can have a roof or terraced top with staircase & protective barrier)	4	1,000,000 – 1,600,000
Two 20Ft Offices arranged vertically (can have a roof or terraced top with staircase & protective barrier)	4	1,100,000 – 1,800,000
40Ft Container Office	4	900,000 – 1,000,000
Two 40Ft Offices arranged side-by-side (can have a roof or terraced top with staircase & protective barrier)	8	1,750,000 – 2,200,000
Two 40Ft Offices arranged vertically (can have a roof or terraced top with staircase & protective barrier)	8	1,800,000 – 2,400,000

Partitioning a 20Ft office makes this possible.

Installing sliding glass doors or tasteful partitions allow for natural light flow while creating distinct work areas.

Essentially, this layout maximizes the functionality of the 20ft container, making it perfect for small teams or focused collaboration sessions.

The 40ft Container Office: Expanding Horizons

For larger teams or those requiring more expansive work areas, the 40ft container office steps up to the challenge. Stretching to a generous 12 meters in length, it offers a blank canvas for creating a full-fledged workspace.

Let’s explore the possibilities:

• Whole 40Ft Layout: This configuration opens doors (literally and figuratively) for spacious offices.

Imagine a dedicated team area with ample desks and comfortable seating, a separate conference room with modern audio-visual equipment, and even a relaxation zone with plush armchairs and a coffee bar.

The possibilities are endless. Large windows can be incorporated to bathe the space in natural light, and strategic use of interior design elements can create designated zones for different work styles and activities.

• Partitioned Layout: Similar to the 20ft container, partitions can subdivide the 40ft unit into multiple, customized work areas.

This is ideal for creating private offices for managers, dedicated workstations for individual teams, or even incorporating a brainstorming room or a relaxation area.

The flexibility of the partitioned layout allows businesses to design a workspace that perfectly reflects their workflow and team dynamics.

Beyond the Basics: Combining and Customizing

Interestingly also, 20Ft and 40Ft Containers can be combined to form more spacious and functional office units. The beauty of container offices lies in their modularity.

Here, the units can be sacked to form first, second, third and fourth floors to create multi-floor structures.

The same can be connected side-by-side to stretch the interior spaces and in the process allow for the development of whole and or partitionable arrangements. This opens the door for truly unique and impressive office spaces.

Here’s a glimpse into the world of combination possibilities:

1. 40ft Side-by-Side Combination: This layout allows for creative freedom. A 40ft unit can house a large team area, a staff room, a conference room, a storage section for huge equipment or a sheltered parking space.
2. 20Ft Side-by-Side Combination: Strategically placed 20ft container offices can be incorporated as private work spaces, meeting spaces, boardrooms fitted with elaborate social amenities or even a kitchenette.
3. 40Ft Stacked Offices: This configuration creates a multi-story workspace, maximizing space utilization and enabling hierarchical organization.

The bottom floor of the 40ft office can house common areas like a reception or a relaxation zone while the top floors can house middle and top management personnel.

4. 20Ft Stacked Offices: Stacked 20ft containers create individual office spaces or meeting rooms, board rooms, conference and client reception rooms and so on.
5. Combined 40Ft and 20Ft Side-by-Side Offices: Thanks to limitless flexibility in organization, these two dimensions can be organized to accommodate one another.

This arrangement enhances inter-personnel and intra-personnel collaboration and productivity.

It also eases sharing of ideas and development of team spirit.

6. Combined 40Ft and 20Ft Stacked Offices: Here, each floor can be furnished to accommodate top management, middle management, supervisors, ordinary workers, as well as subordinates in that order.

Users of upper floors get to enjoy minimal distractions during work sessions as well as calming and relaxed environments for brainstorming.

The Power of Functionality in Container Office Fabrication

This approach produces surprisingly stylish and comfortable work environments. Here are some customization options to consider:

• Windows and Doors: Strategically placed windows not only allow for natural light but also create a connection to the outdoors, enhancing employee wellness.

Consider large picture windows, ceiling windows, or even French doors leading to a verandah or patio.

• Insulation and Temperature Regulation: Ensuring year-round comfort is important. In Kenya, the most common insulation materials include gypsum, polystyrene, wood, softboard and blockboard.

Proper insulation combined with efficient heating and cooling systems will create a pleasant work environment regardless of the season.

• Interior Design: From flooring to walls and ceiling, interior design is the epitome of office aesthetics.

Proper interior design allows for inspiring workspaces that encourage industry and enhance excitement.

Most floors are covered with either wood, vinyl, ceramic tiles or epoxy spray. As for walls, materials include gypsum, wood, softboard and blockboard.

• Electric Wiring & Fittings: These provide power for lighting as well as powering various office equipment such as computers, printers, scanners, and so on.

Just to Recap

In a nutshell, container offices are cool, cheap, and totally modern. They are modified from strong shipping containers and turned into useful, modular, aesthetic workspaces.

There are all different sizes and styles, so picking the perfect one can be a challenge, but it’s worth it.

Thanks to limitless flexibility, these offices can either be single-unit or multi-unit structures featuring 20Ft and 40Ft offices as well as combinations of one or more of these.

As a consequence, the organization has an impact on the prices.

However, it is worth every penny and minute to diligently seek these solutions depending on the intended purpose.